Mississippi River Cruise

June 9th-12th, 2025

Don’t miss this truly Authentic American Experience on the Mighty Mississippi!

Monday, June 9th: Departure from Grand Island with rolls and juice served onboard the motor coach. There will be comfort stops along the way and a stop for lunch (on your own). This evening enjoy your stay at Bally’s Resort & Casino in Rock Island, Ill. A supper voucher is included.

Tuesday, June 10th: A short drive this morning takes us to our boarding point for the Riverboat Twilight. Breakfast, Lunch and Supper served onboard today along with a morning and afternoon snack. Enjoy scenic cruising upriver as the Captain brings the history and stories of the river to life. Take a visit to the wheelhouse to experience the river the way Mark Twain did over 150 years ago. Each afternoon onboard features a variety of folk musicians, storytellers and snacks or find a rocking chair on one of the decks and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Following supper, the Twilight will dock in Dubuque, Iowa. Our hotel for the evening is the Grand Harbor Resort. Port of Dubuque attractions include: The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Trolley Tours, Art Galleries, Diamond Joe Casino, Wine Tasting at Stone Cliff Winery or enjoy live music on the patio of our hotel just steps off the riverbank!

Wednesday, June 11th: Breakfast included this morning at Tony Roma’s inside the Grand Harbor Resort. Free time to explore Dubuque attractions this morning before boarding the Twilight for our return cruise. Take in all the sights and sounds you may have missed yesterday and enjoy lunch, snacks and supper onboard today. Arrival back in Le Claire at approximately 7 PM this evening. Remember we are on river time! Overnight at Bally’s Resort & Casino.

Thursday, June 12th: Following a breakfast buffet this morning (included) we will depart for home. Comfort stops and a lunch stop (on your own) along the way.

Tour Includes:

Deluxe roundtrip motor coach from Grand Island with pick ups East along the Interstate as needed
9 Meals (4 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 suppers)
2 nights accommodations at Bally’s Resort & Casino
1 night at The Grand Harbor Resort in Dubuque, Iowa
2 Full Days of River Cruising on the Riverboat Twilight. (meals and snacks included, cash bar)
Admission to the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Optional Dubuque Historic Trolley Tour available for additional cost of $20/person
Escorted

Tour Price

$929/person double occupancy $1099 single occupancy $919/person triple or quad occupancy

If paying by cash or check

$979/person double occupancy $1159 single occupancy $969/person triple or quad occupancy

If paying by credit or debit card

$100/person deposit (cash or check only) is due within 7 days of making your reservation.

To reserve your space call Gannon Travel Associates (308) 381-8785.

We can only take reservations until April 20th! This is one of our most popular tours and will fill quickly!

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made after April 20th will not receive a refund. No charge for name changes.